AfroHaitian
AfroHaitian refers to the cultural heritage and people of Haiti, a Caribbean nation that shares the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic. The vast majority of Haitians are of African descent, a legacy stemming from the transatlantic slave trade. During the colonial period, French planters brought enslaved Africans to work on sugar plantations, and their descendants have profoundly shaped Haitian culture.
This African heritage is evident in many aspects of Haitian life, including its music, dance, religion, language,
Haitian music, such as méringue and kompa, often features rhythms and instrumentation rooted in African musical